Sir Edwin Landseer’s famous painting ‘Monarch of the Glen’ was once owned by a YPS member, Albert Denison, Lord Londesborough. This majestic picture of a stag had been commissioned for the House of Lords, but on completion in 1851 it …
Members with even a passing interest in Geology should admire the new signage giving information about the Geological Mosaic map, whilst committed geologists might like to check out the new information which has just been added to the Geology Group section of …
Join us on Wednesday 9 January 2019 for a day of inspirational short talks about the world-leading research happening at York. Free of charge and open to all Wednesday 9 January 2019 15-minute talks, no prior knowledge needed Come for …
The YPS get-together on Wednesday 21st November is cancelled as the Star Inn is closed due to a fire. Next event details to be posted shortly in mid January 2019 at 2.30pm.
Prepare for a journey of discovery as we explore the fascinating world of research at York Researchers’ Night (YorNight) 2018. Through talks and fun activities for all ages, find out about the diverse research being carried out in our city, …
York Archaeological Trust and CBA Yorkshire Present The Yorkshire Wolds Heritage Showcase Saturday 27th October 2018, 9.45 – 16:30 The Milton Rooms, Market Place, Malton YO17 7LX Ticket Price: £5 – refreshments and lunch included Come and celebrate the amazingly …
“Going South with Scott and Shackleton- Portrayal of Two Polar Greats”. Talk by Rob Caskie Monday October 1st at 6.30pm Spring Lane Lecture Theatre, University of York, Campus West Tickets £15 Fundraising for Yorkshire Air Ambulance Rob Caskie is “A …
Friday 7 September 2018, 7pm, St Peter’s School You are all welcome to the 1000th meeting of the York Astronomical Society, which will comprise four special talks in one evening at St Peter’s School. Traversing 15,000-foot lunar mountains, exploring the …
The Geology trail which was developed by a final-year Hull Geology Student was trialed in Tuesday before the lecture on volcanoes. To the delight of the organisers, over 30 people turned up to give support. We were also embarrassed as we …
Join Dr Peter Addyman CBE for a one hour conversation with Graham Harris (Roman Bath Museum) as they discuss Romans, York and archaeology. From 7pm take the opportunity to talk to the Yorkshire Museum curators as they display Roman objects …
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